Nereidas, a brutalist architectural villa in Todos Santos

A Brutalist Sanctuary in the Baja Desert

This home is a bold statement conceived by architect Raquel Font as a desert sanctuary. The design explores the dialogue between raw, board-formed concrete and the ephemeral desert light. Its powerful, sculptural presence is balanced by a deep sense of tranquility, creating a space that feels both monumental and intimately connected to the surrounding landscape of cacti and ocean.

The material palette is restrained, focusing on concrete, locally sourced wood, and glass to create a cohesive environment. Furnishings are largely bespoke and integrated into the architecture, from built-in sofas to cantilevered desks.

Exterior spaces include a shaded central terrace for dining and lounging, leading directly to a sleek lap pool. The grounds are intentionally left wild, dotted with native desert flora that blends the property into its surroundings and offers unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean.

What we love

Where to start? This architectural project looks like an art sculpture, with its combination of wavy lines and boxy sleep quarters, the view, the shape of the pool, the roof terrace, the concrete dining table. There are so many different corners in which to sit, lounge, take it all in. And yet it still has an inviting feel.

Layout

This vacation home for rent in Todos Santos sleeps up to six guests. The villa’s open-plan living and dining areas flow onto the main terrace. The property features three king bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, plus an additional guest bathroom.

Services

Your stay includes daily breakfast, daily housekeeping, and a full-time caretaker/security.

Experience

Chefs, massages, and car rental are available at extra cost.

Good to know

The villa is located in a quiet, unpaved area north of Todos Santos, and a high-clearance vehicle is recommended for access. Due to its design with multiple levels and hard surfaces, the home may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues or families with toddlers. The property is designed to embrace the natural environment, including its sounds and creatures.

Amenities and services

Swimming pool, air conditioning, internet, kitchen, private chef services (on request), pet friendly (on request), beach access nearby

Around

Located in the Las Tunas neighborhood, the villa is a short drive from the vibrant center of Todos Santos, a designated pueblo mágico known for its art galleries, artisan shops, and sophisticated farm-to-table restaurants. Renowned surf breaks such as La Pastora and Cerritos are within easy reach. A car is essential to explore the region.